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ESL (English as a Second Language) Teacher

ESL (English as a Second Language) Teacher

Changsha WES Academy

Changsha, Hunan, China

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Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Apply by:
31 July 2019

Job overview

We are looking to appoint an outstanding ESL (English as a Second Language) Teacher to join our school from August 2019. The successful candidate will be joining a positive, enterprising truly International school, in Changsha, which is located in Hunan province in the middle of China. This is  growing school and students know that, through hard work and determination, they can be successful in everything that they set their minds to. Traditional values of respect, discipline and good behaviour are practised daily, along with contemporary best practice in teaching and technology (we are a Microsoft School). Students are fostered into becoming happy, well-educated young people, with the desire and drive to succeed. Students at this school are provided with equal opportunities and are made to feel part of the school community. 

The successful candidate will have the following:

English speakers

Bachelor degree or above (Major in Education preferred)

TEFL/TESOL certification minimum (CELTA/DELTA/PGCE/QTS preferred)

More than 2 years relevant teaching experience, with IGCSE, A-level and/-or IB teaching experience preferred

Have PYP, MYP or similar inquiry-based, hands-on teaching experience, or have IGCSE / IELTS experience

Be computer literate and skillful in using ICT as a learning tool

Be competent at using differentiated teaching techniques

Be able to design curriculum catering to students' English levels and individual needs

Be advocate and practitioner of collaborative teaching

Compensation and benefit package:

· Competitive salary

· Postgraduate degree additional allowance

· Annual gratuity

· Housing allowance

· Healthcare/Medical Insurance in China plus travel insurance. Insurance will include spouse and children

· Free tuition fee for up to two children

· Airfare allowance:economy class flight between the airport near your hometown& Changsha at start & end of 2-year contract. Flight will include spouse and children

· Summer Traveling Subsidy

· Working Visa Processing fee 

· Shipping fee

· Relocation payment in advance

· Professional development

· Working days free lunch

About Changsha:

Changsha is the capital and most populous city of Hunan Province in the south central part of China. it is a famous historical and cultural city with a history of over 3,000 years. The city enjoys splendid ancient culture and is home to many ancient tombs and relics. Millennia of history have left numerous attractions for tourists including the Yuelu Academy, Mawangdui Tomb, Kaifu Temple, Tianxin Pavilion and the Orange Island.  Meanwhile, vibrant bars, karaoke clubs and a rising Hunan TV industry have made Changsha a city of entertainment.  You are welcome to explore this happiest city in China by action.   

Please click the apply button to send your application and we will be contacting the shortlisted candidate to process interview very soon. 

School web:www.wes-cwa.org

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About Changsha WES Academy

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+86 31 8275 8900

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Changsha Wes Academy, located in Changsha City in Hunan Province, China. We started in September 2011 and have continued to grow in student number and stature. The school is now open to students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 and will continue to grow offering IBPYP, IGCSE and A Levels. In such a small time, the school has become worked on developing an IB curriculum in the Primary. In addition, the school has well-equipped classrooms, a well-resourced sports department, dedicated science labs, music, art rooms and libraries. Most recently the school has completely overhauled its digital strategy to lay the foundations to further its position as a leader in associated technologies in the region. With this in mind we are now the only Microsoft School in middle China and only one of five for the whole of China. In the Secondary section, with the use of BYOD, students are working together to enhance learning opportunities where appropriate. In conclusion, Changsha Wes Academy is fully accredited member of the Council of International Schools.  

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